ᐅ Is aluminum tread plate too hot for a terrace floor?

Our new terrace on the south side needs flooring. It would be ideal if it stays dry underneath.
The first thing that comes to mind is aluminum tread plate (diamond plate).

A friend said that in summer, it might become too hot to walk on!

Has anyone experienced this issue or know about it?

ateliersiegel schrieb:

A friend said that in summer you probably won't be able to walk on it anymore because it gets too hot!

It won’t feel any different than a car hood in the sun.

Honestly, how do people come up with such nonsense?

Maybe add a bit more fuel if it doesn’t get warm enough?

The idea comes from a metalworker who covered a narrow exit at our house with aluminum diamond plate and said that this is his standard material choice.

ateliersiegel schrieb:

who covered a narrow doorstep at our house with aluminum checker plate and said that was his standard material choice.

and these doorsteps become very hot in summer. For a spot where you don’t step on it, that’s fine. Otherwise, no. So definitely not suitable for a terrace.

ateliersiegel schrieb:

The idea comes from a metalworker who covered a narrow threshold at our house with this kind of aluminum tread plate and said that was his standard material choice.

But definitely not for a terrace! For that, you would choose a much more durable perforated metal sheet.

Arguments against, because:
- it gets incredibly hot in the sun
- appearance and feel on the feet
- cost

Arguments in favor, because:
- in summer, no need for grill or pan, thus energy-saving food preparation
- unusual and likely unique look in Germany
- easy to clean with a pressure washer